Laboratory Operations Co-ordinator

Campden BRI; Chipping Campden; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Campden BRI is seeking an Analytical Laboratory Operations Co-ordinator to help keep our laboratory running smoothly, balancing hands-on testing with workflow coordination. You will work with analysts and technicians to prioritise samples, monitor workloads and ensure results are delivered within agreed timescales.

The role involves coordinating extraction and testing schedules, supporting equipment maintenance for GC, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC and ICP systems, and ensuring compliance with ISO

Qualifikationen

• Degree in analytical science or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2–3 years' lab experience, ideally in food testing.
• Experience coordinating lab workflows and turnarounds.
• Experience with GC, MS, HPLC or ICP.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate laboratory workflows to meet turnaround times.
• Prioritise daily workloads and minimise late results.
• Assist in sample preparation, analysis and testing.
• Schedule extraction and testing to optimise lab resources.
• Monitor performance and identify process improvements.
• Support equipment maintenance across analytical systems.
• Ensure results and certificates align with ISO 17025.
• Liaise with clients on testing and enquiries.
• Assist with stock control and hygiene standards.

Kenntnisse

Lab coordination

Analytical thinking

Prioritisation

Communication

Ausbildung

Degree in analytical science

Tools

GC

Mass Spectrometry

HPLC

ICP

Jobbeschreibung

Our Analytical Services teams provide high-quality testing to support the food and drink industry, helping our clients receive accurate results within agreed turnaround times.

We're looking for an Analytical Laboratory Operations Co-ordinator to help keep our laboratory operations running smoothly and efficiently. This is a varied role combining hands‑on laboratory work with workflow co‑ordination, problem solving and supporting the wider team to deliver an efficient analytical service.

You’ll work closely with analysts, technicians and laboratory management to prioritise samples, monitor workloads and make sure testing and results are delivered within the required timescales.

What you'll be doing

• Co-ordinate laboratory workflows to ensure samples are analysed and reported within agreed turnaround times.


• Work with analysts and technicians to prioritise daily workloads and minimise late results.


• Support the preparation, analysis and testing of samples alongside the wider laboratory team.


• Co-ordinate sample extraction and testing schedules to make effective use of laboratory resources and equipment.


• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.Support preventative maintenance activities across analytical equipment, which may include GC, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC and ICP systems.


• Ensure results and certificates are reported accurately and in line withISO 17025 requirements.


• Support the investigation and resolution of non-conforming work and audit actions.


• Liaise with clients regarding testing and respond to relevant enquiries.


• Support stock control to ensure the laboratory has the reagents and consumables it needs to operate effectively.


• Help maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and laboratory hygiene.

What we’re looking for

• Has a degree in analytical science or equivalent relevant experience.


• Has around2–3 years' experience working within a laboratory environment, ideally within food testing.Has a good understanding of food science and analytical laboratory operations.


• Has experience managing or co‑ordinating laboratory workflows, priorities and turnaround times.Is confident interpreting data and using it to identify issues and improve laboratory efficiency.


• Has experience working with analytical techniques and equipment such as GC, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC or ICP.


• Is organised and comfortable balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.Can confidently communicate with colleagues at different levels and influence priorities without necessarily having direct line‑management responsibility.


• Is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider laboratory team.

Experience of Lean Six Sigma techniques or other continuous improvement approaches would be beneficial but isn't essential.

Extra information:

Due to our rural location, applicants must hold a full UK driving license and have access to a vehicle.